Royal Russell Junior School Bulletin Spring Term 2017
Dear Parents, The week began with our 1 st XI making Royal Russell history as they beat Millfield School 2-1 to win the ISFA Boodles Cup for the first time. They were cheered on by a coach load of Junior School supporters who were in good voice throughout the night alongside the more professional chants from the Senior School crowd. Thank you to all those who supported the team on the night. It was certainly an occasion our pupils will never forget. You can see the winning goal here. https://we.tl/agcogmr7se On Tuesday afternoon we had a lively discussion at the Parents Forum with a range of topics discussed from Car Parking to Swimming. My thanks to the class reps who attended and to Mrs Campbell for taking the notes that will be distributed to you by your class rep. Wednesday saw my whistle in action as I spent the day with the U10 Girls Hockey team getting soaked in the IN2 Tournament. They played very well and with a little more resolute defending could have really troubled the top sides. This afternoon I was to be able to support Mrs Burton Smith as we deputised for the Chaplain during the Lower Junior Mothering Service. The Chapel was packed with standing room only and I was extremely proud of how well the children read and sung during the service. We also took a moment to remember those who lost their lives in the Westminster tragedy this week. Finally for this week a plea to all parents who drive in to school.please turn off your engines when you are parked in the car park. Best wishes for the weekend and I hope you have a wonderful Mothering Sunday. Mr James C Thompson PS Don t forget the clocks go forward this weekend and we all lose an hours sleep!
RRJS WEEKLY BULLETIN WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY 27th MARCH Monday 27 March 4:00 PM Netball: U8/U9AB vs Old Palace (H) (LL) Tuesday 28 March All Day 9.00am- 12.00pm 4.00pm 4.00pm Year 6 Victorian Day (BF) Year 3 Geography Trip to Croydon Town Centre (AL/HL) Netball: U11AB vs Alleyn's (H) (LL) Netball: U10AB Netball vs Cumnor House (H) (LL) Wednesday 29 March 9.00am 10.00am House Music Competition (SF) 4.00pm Swimming: Boys' Gala vs Bickley (H) (ML/EJ) Thursday 30 March 2.15pm 2.15pm 3.45pm 4.00pm Year 5&6 House Netball Year 5&6 House Hockey Football: U10A v St Mary's Oxted (H) (ML) Aquathlon vs Old Palace/Elmhurst (H) (LL) Friday 31 March 2.15pm Year 3&4 House Cross Country (LL) 3.15 / 3.30pm Spring Term Ends (no clubs. Prep / Crèche / Tea will run)
Silver Star Be Kind Be Safe Do Your Best Joe (4MT) Megan (5W) Kayden (5U) Non Sibi Sed Omnibus Not for oneself but for all
Visit from theatre company PERFORM The Great Fire of London On Thursday this week Year 2 were transported back in time to The Great Fire of London, courtesy of a wonderful time traveller called Devora, from the educational theatre company 'Perform!' Together they became flames, burning buildings, bakers and observers of the events of those fateful few days in September 1666. They were encouraged to think about the special objects they would save from the fire, just as Samuel Pepys did with his precious cheese! They made a wonderful soundscape of noises from that time: crackling fire, yelling people, running feet, water pouring from leather buckets and the explosions made by gunpowder used as firebreaks Devora really helped to bring history to life and the children were able to describe the atmosphere in the city of London, with wonderful use of their senses. Their knowledge of the period really shone through. 1666
Year 6 Visit to Kew Gardens On Tuesday, Year 6 spent a fantastic day exploring the grounds and conservatories at Kew Gardens. The sun shone as we viewed The Hive and treetop walkway, after which we were taught some fascinating facts about plants found in the Rainforest. The children wowed us with their existing knowledge and listened intently to new information, asking sensible and relevant questions to Kew staff. We enjoyed tasting some different spices, handling an antique seed from the Seychelles and some of us even saw an iguana up close and personal! An enjoyable day was had by all! Well done Year 6.
This week, Years 4 and 5 were very lucky to have a visit from the ARC Animal Conservation Centre. The children were introduced to Blue, the bearded dragon, Turbo, the giant African Land snail and Tortuga the Leopard Tortoise. They then completed a quiz to find out each of the animals habitats, predators and diets. After learning all of these interesting facts, a very shy pigmy hedgehog made an appearance, along with a scorpion! Although, thankfully, he stayed in his box! The ARC will be running an Animal Rangers Easter Camp at Royal Russell school over the holidays where they are hoping to bring along even more animals for the children to meet. To find out more and to book a place, please visit, http://the-arc-centre.co.uk/animal-rangers-easter-holiday-club.html
Junior Music 17 young guitarists from the Junior School took part in the Bromley Music Festival on 12 th March. The experience of performing, including valuable comments given after by the adjudicator who marks the performance, is so important for confidence and performance skills. There were many medal winners (see below). Aidan Bradley also won a wonderful cup for being voted "most promising guitar player" and the Senior Guitar Group won the ensemble trophy. The rules allowed the guitar group to include two children playing recorders, which added greatly to the Tudor period pieces being played. Bromley Music Festival Aidan Bradley Well done to all the guitarists involved Max King (1 st ), Ava Barton (2 nd ), Aarav Shah (3 rd ), Anya Cornick, Joey Bone, Alex Iyaniwura (1 st ), Lorenzo Shone (2 nd ), Rohit Nair (3 rd ), Isaac Eley, Dhruv Joshi, Luca Bradbury, Isandros, Hannah Kaminski (1 st ), Aidan Bradley (1 st ), Andrew Paralarajancroos (2 nd ), Oliver Dixon (3 rd ), Diya Patel (4 th ) Mr Davies said the benefits for the children taking part in these music festivals cannot be underestimated. Apart from the enjoyment of the occasion for both the children and their families, who come to see them play, the experience of performing, including valuable comments given after by the adjudicator who marks the performance, is so important for confidence and performance skills. Playing in music festivals also means pieces to be played are practiced to a much higher degree than may otherwise be done, increasing the playing level of the child in doing so. The festivals are also ideal for trying out an exam piece with feedback by the adjudicator before the exam itself. Although taking part is more important than the competitive nature of
Congratulations to our 1st XI Football team on winning the Boodles ISFA National Cup Final 2-1! Royal Russell is the first team in ISFA history to win the National Sixes and National Cup On Monday evening our 1XI made history by beating Millfield 2-1 at Stadium MK. Our School united and brought 350 supporters, including some of our younger Juniors, to the match; the fantastic support was instrumental for our players and carried them to victory. We went 1-0 after some fantastic play from Matt Weller and Rhys Norrington-Davies forced their center back to turn the ball into his own net. Millfield equalised before half time, which their possession warranted, Lochlan Greenwood initially made an excellent save but the rebound was turned in by the Millfield player. At half time we made extensive changes to our shape and we took control of the match. Following an incredible run from Princewill Ogunmekan through the middle of the Millfield team, Ross Obazee was put through on goal and he finished with aplomb into the top corner. We had more chances to put the game to bed which we squandered, and although MIllfield through the proverbial kitchen sink at us, we held strong and secured the victory. WELL DONE XI!
National Schools trampoline Finals in Newcastle The U11 Intermediate team of Jasmine, Eivie, Amber & Amy travelled to Newcastle for the finals. They had already qualified through 2 rounds so this was the grand final. The girls bounced amazingly well, fantastically stylish routines and showed significant improvements from the Southern Zonal finals. After a long and intense wait we found out we had finished 2nd in the country!! A simply outstanding result, we have never won a medal at the National finals!! Thank you to the parents & coaches who supported the team.
Bronze medals at Croydon Schools Finals After winning the Croydon School s Tournament Qualifier a couple of weeks ago, the U11 girls worked hard to integrate two new players in preparation for the finals last Friday. Six minute matches one way meant that every pass counted and the pressure was on to score goals as quickly as possible! The first match against Ridgeway School was very close with goals being scored by both teams. With a minute to go, it was 3-3 and unluckily Ridgeway scored to make it 3-4. The team then played some fantastic netball and 100% effort was demonstrated by every player! This payed off as they convincing won their next 4 matches against Cumnor House, Atwood, Greenvale and Elmwood. The girl s then fought so hard in their last game against a very strong Croydon High team who unfortunately pulled away and beat us 3-1. Royal Russell finished 3 rd overall in Croydon, receiving bronze medals. Well done!
Royal Russell Swimming Gala vs Keston Great swimming from the swim team against Keston, lots of great races & wins too!!
House Netball Competition Y5/6 started their house competition with wins for Canterbury & Exeter! More matches next week
Music Competition part 1 Junior Music Below are 19 Songs from Disney Musicals. Can you name the movie that they come from? Time s ticking to enter this competition. DEADLINE 9am on Monday 27 th March so hurry and complete your forms over the weekend. Be prepared Fabulous A candle on the water One jump ahead I love to laugh Once upon a dream Colours of the wind We are one True to your heart
Music Competition part 2 Junior Music Trust in me W-I-L-D Ugly Bug Ball A dream is a wish your heart makes Do you want to build a snowman? Under the sea Zip a dee doo dah Baby Mine Be our guest Bella note Your Name: Class:
Aquathlon Thursday 30 th March 4-5pm Would you like to take part in an AQUATHLON (swim and run!) we are hosting another exciting one at RR. Anyone from Y3-6 is welcome to enter you just need to let MRS LLOYD know by emailing or signing up on the lobby board llloyd@royalrussell.co.uk Year 3 will swim 50m, Y4 75m and Y5/6 100m. You will then run around North pitch next to the Netball courts once for Y3/4 and twice times for Y5/6.
AQUATHLON: What you need: Swim suit and goggles to swim in and a pair of trainers to run in. A basket to hold their belongings is optional. Pupils will have a number marked on their arm in permanent marker (don t worry it will scrub off!) They will swim the set distance, get out of the pool, put on their trainers and an athletics vest and run off around the pitch (no drying off in between just like the pros) Once they have crossed the finish line they will return to the pool to get changed. If any parents are available to help please let me know. Numbers will be limited if we get lots of entries so please let me know asap if your son or daughter would like to take part. Many thanks, Mrs Lloyd
Sainsbury s Active Kids is a programme that involves everyone collecting vouchers so we can all have a wonderful playground. With these vouchers the school can buy lots of playground equipment. When you visit Sainsbury s, you can collect these vouchers when you check out. At school put your vouchers in the box in the lobby, like the one below.
Rdf are looking for groups of four and five year olds and their parents to take part in a new series of The secret life of four year olds and The secret life of five years olds. Would you be interested?